Darwin Military Museum
About This Museum
You might not know that Darwin was bombed more heavily than Pearl Harbor, a fact that still shocks most Australians. The museum sits right on the old East Point gun batteries, where you can almost feel the history in the air. Its main event is the powerful Defence of Darwin Experience, an immersive show that puts you right in the middle of those terrifying 1942 raids with sound and light. Beyond that, you'll find quiet stories of courage and loss tucked away in every corner.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the multimedia Defence of Darwin Experience, but don't miss the massive 9.2-inch coastal gun or the collection of personal artifacts and photographs that tell raw, human stories from the attacks.
Visitor Information
It's out at East Point, a beautiful but potent spot. Wear a hat and bring water—it's Darwin, after all—and give yourself a good few hours to really take it all in.
Architecture & Building
The main building is a no-nonsense, utilitarian concrete structure that was part of the original WWII command post, blending right into the landscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Darwin Military Museum, 5434, Alec Fong Lim Drive, East Point, Darwin, City of Darwin, Northern Territory, 0820, Australia
Phone: +61 8 8981 9702
Website: Visit Website
